Stray Cat Amendments Discussed
The Richland County Council peaks the interest of residents as they discuss two amendments on what to do with stray cats.
Politics
A warning against potential Dominion, SCE&G merge
[gtxvideo vid='3wPPSbd6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3wPPSbd6.jpg' vtitle='a warning'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Tuesday (4/17) afternoon the former director of the Virginia Sierra Club, and another former utility company manager says Dominion’s record in its home state is not good and merits deeper scrutiny.…
Former First Lady Barbara Bush Dies at 92
Former first lady Barbara Bush passes away at age 92.
Kathleen Kennedy Endorses Noble
A member of one of America's most famous political families endorses her choice for the next Governor of South Carolina.
Trump: US, allies attacking Syria to stop chemical weapons
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States, France and Britain launched military strikes in Syria to punish President Bashar Assad for a suspected chemical attack against civilians and to deter him from doing it again, President Donald Trump announced Friday. Explosions…
President Trump: military strike underway in Syria
(WOLO, ABC NEWS) - President Donald Trump announced that he ordered a strike on Syria in response to last weekend's alleged chemical weapons attack. Addressing the nation Friday evening,…
The Latest: Macron says ‘red line has been crossed’ in Syria
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on U.S.-led missile strikes on Syria (all times local): 9:40 p.m. French President Emmanuel Macron says his nation, the United States and Britain have launched a military operation against the Syrian government’s “clandestine chemical arsenal.”…
Fired FBI Director claims President Trump demanded mafia boss-like loyalty
[gtxvideo vid='3VARnDeM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3VARnDeM.jpg' vtitle='Fired FBI Director claims President Trump demanded'] WASHINGTON, DC (WOLO, ABC) - Former FBI Director James Comey revealed all in a book about to be published. Comey opened up about what he says played out with President…
President Trump tweets warning of missile strike on Syria
[gtxvideo vid='Lrfly1Gp' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Lrfly1Gp.jpg' vtitle='President Trump tweets missile strike warning to Syria'] WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO, ABC NEWS) - President Trump got on Twitter Wednesday (4/11) with a warning of a potential missile strike against Syria. It's in the wake of Syria's…
No Discussion on SC Assault Weapon Ban
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The South Carolina legislative session has come and gone without any meaningful conversation on gun control. The constitutional laws subcommittee was scheduled to take up Rep. Wendy Brawley's proposal to ban assault weapons, high-capacity magazines, and bump stocks,…
Governor Offers to Send Troops to Border
Some of South Carolina's National Guards could be headed to Texas to help secure the Mexican border.
Candidates Speak During Gubernatorial Forum
Candidates running for South Carolina Governor join their competitors for a panel to give voters a chance to hear where they stand on issues that impact them.
Attorney General responds to Norman controversy
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Attorney General Alan Wilson says U.S. Representative Ralph Norman will not face charges for placing a loaded handgun on a table during a campaign event. In a statement released today, Wilson said the actions of the…
Solicitor recuses self from congressman gun case
Rep. Ralph Norman pulls out own gun to make a point about violence By Annie Grayer, CNN Updated 8:14 PM ET, Fri April 6, 2018 Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, R-Wis., conducts a ceremonial swearing…
Richland Co. Council Responds to Seals Firing
[gtxvideo vid='IwsUF8RP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IwsUF8RP.jpg' vtitle='Richland Co. Council Responds to Seals Firing'] Richland Co. , SC (WOLO) -- The Richland County Council held a specially called meeting Monday afternoon, this after former County Administrator Gerald Seal sent an email to council members…
National Politics
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- Georgia Democrat gains traction in special election for state Senate seat in deeply GOP district Sep 13, 2025 4:38 AM EDTGeorgia Democrats hope a recent special election win in a deep-red state Senate district means their party could make gains in 2026
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